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The human library opens on Friday
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/10/2022
» The ongoing 27th Book Expo Thailand 2022 offers more than books as reading material. You can also learn from ‘human books’ similar to The Human Library movement, which began in Denmark.
A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Guru's Weekly Pick: May 4-10
Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/05/2018
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
The world through a Prism
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/01/2016
» Last year was big for LGBT visibility, with Bruce Jenner transitioning into Caitlyn, Thai MTF transgender models going inter, talk of passing a same-sex marriage law in Thailand and the #BringCarmenHome campaign. The recent launch of Prism (fb.com/PrismDigitalMagazine), an LGBT bilingual digital magazine —the first of its kind in the country — is another big moment for diversity in Thailand. Prism's editor-in-chief , Theerawat "Tina" Tongmitr, 32, tells us how she aims to realistically represent and promote understanding of Thailand's LGBT community. The monthly magazine can be downloaded for free on the App Store and Google Play.
Be True To You
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/07/2015
» In less than six months of joining the transgender division of Apple Model Management (www.applemodels.com), Kritchaya “Lolita” Boonhor has appeared on the cover of a Hua Hin magazine, been featured in a major Thai fashion magazine, been profiled in a UK magazine and walked several runways. She’ll also feature in an upcoming documentary about Thai MTF transgenders by IDA Films from New York. The 24-year-old fashion model tells us what it’s like to chase a dream when the odds are stacked against you.
Different shades of gaga
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/04/2012
» When did you begin dressing up as lady GAGA and Why?